Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : PRINCIPAL INTERNAL AUDITOR - SPECIAL AUDIT INVESTIGATION (Code- EDU23-00249)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1. Coordinate and manage the implementation of the annual audit program for the following audited area; Special Audit Investigations by adhering as closely as possible to planned audit tasks to be carried out by the branch and advise the Chief Internal Auditor where problems arise.

1.2. Oversee and prepare draft reports on findings collected on audited areas and submit to the Chief Internal Auditor for review and discussion.

1.3. Advise the Chief Internal Auditor on deficiencies and/or methods of improvement in audit practices and assist in the up-to-date maintenance of the Department Audit Manual.

1.4. Oversee and manage the implementation of special audit investigations as directed by the Chief Internal Auditor and follow through to completion.

1.5. Advise subordinates on all changes to procedures, legislation, etc., and in particular;

1.6. Assist team members in planning individual audits.

1.7. Ensure follow-up checks are made on remedial action required.

1.8. Ensure all drafts are in the required format and check before forwarding to Senior Audit Inspector.

1.9. Plan and coordinate the facilitating of quarterly audit committee meetings, voice recording meeting proceedings, and writing of meeting minutes.

1.10. Advise the Chief Internal Auditor on training needs and assist in carrying out on-the-job training of staff, and attend to any administrative matters which relate to the daily operation of the Branch.

1.11. Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion principles and values of honesty, accountability, respect, wisdom, and responsibility in programs, activities, and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

2. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK EXPERIENCES

2.1. Qualifications

2.1.1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Business Studies, or Business Administration.

2.1.2. Post Graduate qualification in a related field is desirable.

2.2. Knowledge

2.2.1. Audit policies and guidelines.

2.2.2. Public Service General Orders & Instructions.

2.3. Skills

2.3.1. Accounting/Auditing.

2.3.2. Supervisory and Training.

2.3.3. Effective Communications.

2.3.4. Report Writing.

2.3.5. Investigative.

2.4. Work Experience

2.4.1. Minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience in government accounting and auditing functions.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K53,528 – K65,424

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE